Marianna Sotomayor,

Marianna Sotomayor is a congressional reporter based in Washington, D.C., covering the House of Representatives for The Washington Post. She focuses on Democratic and Republican lawmakers and the ideological, cultural, and personality-based tensions that drive policy and political debates on Capitol Hill. Before joining The Post in 2021, Sotomayor spent five years at NBC News covering Congress and Joe Biden's presidential campaign. Marianna Sotomayor can be contacted via email or through her social media channels.

Biography:  https://www.washingtonpost.com/people/marianna-sotomayor/

84%

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The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

86%

Examples:

  • At least 18 current and former top Democrats as of Saturday had publicly raised concerns about Biden's fitness for office and his ability to defeat Trump as the president heads into a critical week.
  • Nine House Democrats - four privately and five publicly - had called for Biden to exit the race.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • The bill does not include spending cuts or policy changes that Republican hard-liners sought.

Contradictions

50%

Examples:

  • Nancy Pelosi believes President Biden cannot win the election based on polling data
  • Nancy Pelosi favors a competitive process if President Biden drops out of the Democratic presidential race

Deceptions

65%

Examples:

  • Following Biden's halting debate performance last month, and the panic it unleashed among Democrats in and outside of Washington, Pelosi has taken a strong, behind-the-scenes role in trying to resolve the political crisis by playing intermediary for upset rank-and-file Democrats and relaying those messages to the White House.
  • Some Democrats are waiting to see how Biden fares on the campaign trail and at this week's NATO summit in Washington before casting judgment.

Recent Articles

Nancy Pelosi Supports Open Nomination Process if Biden Steps Down: Implications for Democratic Party and November Elections

Nancy Pelosi Supports Open Nomination Process if Biden Steps Down: Implications for Democratic Party and November Elections

Broke On: Thursday, 18 July 2024 Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi supports an open nomination process if President Joe Biden steps down, as concerns grow about his chances in November. Biden has reportedly grown irritated with Democratic allies pushing him to drop out, but it's unclear if he will indeed leave the ticket. The race between Biden and Trump is shaping up to be a closely contested battle ahead of Election Day.
Democratic Uncertainty: Should Biden Run for Re-election in 2024?

Democratic Uncertainty: Should Biden Run for Re-election in 2024?

Broke On: Monday, 08 July 2024 Amidst growing doubts from Democratic leaders, President Joe Biden faces uncertainty over his re-election campaign following lackluster performances and concerns about his fitness for office. Some House Democrats have expressed their concerns to House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, with at least 18 current and former top Democrats publicly raising similar concerns. Despite Biden's commitment to staying in the race, some members grumble over campaign tactics and the lack of a clear successor.

Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy Announces Retirement

Broke On: Wednesday, 06 December 2023 Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is retiring at the end of 2023. McCarthy's departure could impact the passage of key legislation and increase the chances of a government shutdown. McCarthy's retirement marks the end of a generation of conservative leaders.

Tensions Rise on Capitol Hill Amid Accusations and Political Maneuvering

Broke On: Tuesday, 14 November 2023 Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) has accused former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) of elbowing Rep. Tim Burchett (R-Tenn.) in a crowded hallway, a claim McCarthy denies. The House of Representatives passed a short-term funding bill to prevent a government shutdown, a move seen as a victory for new Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.).